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3.00 Credits
This course is designed to prepare preservice early childhood and elementary school teachers to effectively teach mathematics. The Principles and Standards for School Mathematics, a publication of NCTM (National Council of Teachers of Mathematics), provides a central focus for this course. Topics studied include the changing mathematics curriculum, how children learn mathematics, instructional strategies and learning activities related to specific mathematical topics, use of technology, and assessment of mathematics learning. A problem-solving approach to the teaching of mathematics is presented throughout the course. As part of this course, students participate in field experiences inside and outside of regularly scheduled class times, which enable them to relate the course content to teaching. All students must have required clearances before the semester begins. Please contact the Office of Field Experience and Certification for more information. Prerequisite: ED 101 and 201, MATH 111 and 112, or equivalents. 3 semester hours
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3.00 Credits
This course uses an inquiry-based perspective for teaching science. The science process skills are practiced and studied as a means of introducing students to science investigation. Students explore the application of alternative learning theories to develop early childhood and elementary level hands-on, minds-on science unit plans. As part of this course, students participate in field experiences inside and outside of regularly scheduled class times, which enable them to relate the course content to teaching. All students must have required clearances before the semester begins. Please contact the Office of Field Experience and Certification for more information. Prerequisite: ED 101 and 201. 3 semester hours
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3.00 Credits
Instruction in methods and materials for teaching all communication skills is given. The expressive (speaking and writing) and the receptive (listening and reading) modes are emphasized and their interdependence considered. Topics include emergent literacy, concept development, language development, balanced literacy, and the writing process. As part of this course, students participate in field experiences inside and outside of regularly scheduled class times, which enable them to relate the course content to teaching. Students observe lessons related to these and other topics. They will also prepare and deliver lessons to small groups of children. All students must have required clearances before the semester begins. Please contact the Office of Field Experience and Certification for more information. Prerequisite: ED 101, 201, 223, and 316. 3 semester hours
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3.00 Credits
The focus of this course is on classroom organization and the establishment of an environment conducive to learning. Topics include classroom management approaches and procedures, discipline models, and creating a comprehensive discipline program. The course will focus on celebrating diversity, motivating students to learn, and fostering partnerships with parents, schools, and community. The course is designed to prepare elementary school teachers to teach health and physical education activities in the curriculum. This course includes a field placement component for which students will plan, present, and evaluate developmentally appropriate lessons. All students must have required clearances before the semester begins. Please contact the Office of Field Experience and Certification for more information. Prerequisite: ED 101 and 201. 3 semester hours
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3.00 Credits
This course is designed to cover specific early childhood topics that include historical contributions to early childhood education, developmentally appropriate early childhood programs, state and federal regulations, and NAEYC (National Association for the Education of Young Children) Guidelines, Accreditation, and Standards. The course focuses on developing a developmentally appropriate classroom and fostering partnerships with parents, schools, and community. Topics include planning the curriculum and enhancing cognitive, physical, personal, and social development. The course has a field placement component for which students will plan, present and evaluate developmentally appropriate lessons. All students must have required clearances before the semester begins. Please contact the Office of Field Experience and Certification for more information. Prerequisite: ED 101 and 201. 3 semester hours
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5.00 Credits
This course will provide students with an understanding of the major issues in the fields of developmental disabilities and physical disabilities. Students will examine identification criteria, instructional strategies, and program development. Objectives will stress adapting environments, material, and instruction to facilitate inclusion and teaching functional life skills within a special education curriculum. This course also includes a 60- hour fieldwork component in settings for students with developmental and physical disabilities. During field placement, students are expected to plan and implement instruction for students with special needs. All students must have required clearances before the semester begins. Please contact the Office of Field Experience and Certification for more information. Prerequisite: ED 250. 5 semester hours
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5.00 Credits
This course provides a historical perspective and a critical overview of definitions, identification procedures, educational strategies, and service delivery options for students with learning or emotional/behavioral disabilities. Current trends in assessment and educational interventions will be emphasized. Students will investigate community support services for families of children with learning and emotional/behavioral disabilities. This course also includes a 60-hour fieldwork component in settings for students with learning and emotional disabilities. During field placement, students are expected to plan and implement instruction for students with special needs. All students must have required clearances before the semester begins. Please contact the Office of Field Experience and Certification for more information. Prerequisite: ED 250. 5 semester hours
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3.00 Credits
This knowledge-based course covers techniques of instructional design, assessment, and intervention strategies focused on students with disabilities. In addition to presenting basic principles of instructional design, the course focuses on using methods for individualizing instruction and assessing student progress. Course activities emphasize curriculum planning from formative and summative assessment data, and adapting curricula to meet the needs of students with disabilities. Activities include lecture, discussion, peer group assignment, and independent research. ED 660 may be taken in place of ED 328 with permission of the student's advisor. Prerequisite: ED 250. 3 semester hours
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3.00 Credits
This course helps students develop an understanding of the major issues involved in working as members of a team and in helping others form the position of a special educator. The course focuses on effective strategies for facilitating inclusion of students with special needs in the general education classroom through collaboration with families, general and special educators, paraprofessionals, and related service providers in school and community settings. Amultidisciplinary approach to assessment and intervention is emphasized. ED 667 may be taken in place of ED 329 with permission of the student's advisor. Corequisites: ED 409 and 411. 3 semester hours
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5.00 Credits
This course provides students with an understanding of the major issues in the fields of developmental disabilities and physical disabilities. Students examine identification criteria, instructional strategies, and program development. Objectives stress adapting environments, material, and instruction to facilitate inclusion and teaching functional life skills within a special education curriculum. Students attend class sessions with members of ED 326, but those in ED 346 complete a 20-hour field experience working with children and youth with developmental disabilities at a school or a disability support organization program in addition. This course does not substitute for graduate courses in developmental disabilities/mental retardation or physical disabilities or for the five-credit ED 326. All students must have required clearances before the semester begins. Please contact the Office of Field Experience and Certification for more information. Prerequisite: ED 250. 3 semester hours
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